Theology Worship Unity Mission
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Welcome to St Mellitus College 6 Why Study Theology? 8 Student Story: Sarah 10 Programme Overview 12 Programmes 20 Student Story: Jemima 22 Ordination 24 Formation 26 Centres 28 Alumni Story: Dan 30 Support 31 Study with us
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Message from the Dean St Mellitus College is a place of hope and is marked by a sense of energy, joy and life, which is based on our commitment to the Gospel, to the good news of Jesus Christ.
combines theology with practice, enabling students to bring what they learn and apply it directly to their workplaces, churches and communities.
The College offers creative and flexible approaches to training that seek to help Christians explore their faith more deeply.
We have a strong team who are committed to the mission of the church. They will seek to enable you to grow in your relationship with God and develop your ability to communicate that faith to others.
We focus on leadership development and spiritual formation and put the shaping of Christian character at the heart of all we do. We invest in people who serve in a range of contexts – from different backgrounds, church cultures and traditions – but who are committed to the same goal, to serve and proclaim Christ in a changing world.
Our aim is to train people who are passionate about the Gospel, are called to serve Jesus Christ, are energised by the life of the Spirit and are committed to the unity of the Church. We desire to follow God’s call and I hope that you might consider joining us on that journey.
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As you pray, worship and learn with others we hope you will develop friendships and networks that will help sustain and resource you for the future. Our model of training
Revd Dr Andrew Emerton Dean
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Welcome to St Mellitus College St Mellitus College is one of the most innovative and exciting places to study theology and explore ministry.
Vision Hope-filled leaders Revitalised church Transformed worldÂ
Mission Statement Developing Christlike leaders through theology, formation and training at the heart of the church, in the context of prayer, worship, unity and mission, energised by the life of the Spirit
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Where can you study? St Mellitus College has five centres around the UK: in Chelmsford, East Midlands (Nottingham), London, North West (Liverpool) and South West (Plymouth). We offer a variety of programmes to allow students from diverse backgrounds to learn together and study theology.
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Why Study Theology? By Dr Jane Williams, Assistant Dean
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All Christians are theologians – we speak to God and expect God to speak to us. But if we are to share our faith in Jesus with people who do not yet know him, we need to be confident in our belief and deeply-rooted in our life of prayer and our understanding of the Bible. We study theology in order to equip ourselves to live our lives with God and share our faith.
understanding and prayer of those who have gone before us. But we live in a culture that increasingly does not know God, does not know that human beings are loved and called to live transformed lives, in the likeness of Jesus Christ, and in the power of the Holy Spirit.
Studying theology is a bold enterprise – after all, we are exploring the nature of the living God. So theology should be studied with expectation and with awe. Since it is God we are talking about, it is not surprising that the more we study, the bigger and more exciting God gets. Some people have been afraid that if they study theology their faith will be undermined, but the opposite is the case.
This is a message of such good news that we must equip ourselves to share it. We have the privilege of living in the Spirit because others have shared their faith with us.
A faith that cannot be examined cannot be trusted and cannot be shared, whereas a faith that is explored prayerfully and in good company gets richer and richer.
Now it is our turn. God’s Church and God’s world need theologians on fire with the knowledge and love of God, and skilled at helping people to see God at work in our world.
As we study theology, we find ourselves resourced and challenged by the faith,
Why study theology? In order to love God more deeply and share God’s love with others.
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Student Story:
Sarah Sarah is studying at St Mellitus College, South West Tell us a bit about yourself
The effects of theology training are often unseen and unglamorous, but a train cannot travel without sturdy tracks.
I am originally from California and have been based in Cornwall for the past 4 years. I love to read, laugh, eat good meals, drink good coffee, meet people, and share stories.
What has been a highlight of your studies?
I feel a calling on my life to preach and proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ in churches, on trains, in conversations, at conferences. Jesus has changed my life, made me new, and it is my greatest joy to share His love with those I meet.
The most significant highlight has been the consistent, intentional, generous learning community at St Mellitus College. In our cohort our backgrounds are remarkably diverse, our styles of worship, learning engagement, and our understanding of the role of Scripture are broad. It is in light of this diversity that our unity within Christ becomes even more remarkable.
What drew you to study at St Mellitus college?
During my time in the UK, I have consistently sought mentors and training courses, but the combination of my location and busy schedules have made that intentional investment a challenge. I had looked at a few other theology schools, but was intrigued by the location, generous orthodoxy model, and quality of St Mellitus College.
Study comes at a sacrificial cost. It costs our time, our self-righteousness, the intangible cost of wrestling with our theological darlings. I am thankful each week to be surrounded by those who show me the generous love of Christ. Through the teaching staff, theological reading, and my fellow students, I am actively learning what it means to love the Lord my God with all my heart, soul and mind.
As part of my prayer and guidance conversations, I spent time seeking counsel from leaders in the South West, who affirmed the quality of the course. I felt God confirm that my time at St Mellitus College would be like train tracks, significant in shaping the foundations for future opportunities.
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I am thankful each week to be surrounded by those who show me the generous love of Christ. Through the teaching staff, theological reading, and my fellow students, I am actively learning what it means to love the Lord my God with all my heart, soul and mind.
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Programme Overview At St Mellitus College we offer programmes at Introductory, Undergraduate and Postgraduate level.
Introductory • Beginning Theology
Undergraduate • • • •
Certificate of Higher Education in Theology, Ministry and Mission Diploma of Higher Education in Theology, Ministry and Mission BA (Hons) in Theology, Ministry and Mission BA (Hons) in Theology and Youth Ministry
Postgraduate • MA in Theology, Ministry and Mission • MA in Christian Leadership
Ordination • Full-time • Part-time • Ordained Pioneer Ministry
Licensed Lay Ministry • Part-time Validation: S t Mellitus College’s academic awards are validated by either Durham University or Middlesex University.
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Chelms- EAST London LOndon North South FORD MIDLANDS MONday Tuesday West West Mon Daytime Tues Daytime Tues Evening Thurs Evening Programmes Beginning Theology Cert TMM Full Time Cert TMM Part Time Dip TMM Full Time Dip TMM Part Time BA TMM Full Time BA TMM Part Time BA YM MA TMM MA CL LLM Audit
The following pages share detailed information about each programme offered.
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Beginning Theology Beginning Theology is a flexible programme consisting of six modules, each module lasting one term. This programme is designed for people who want to learn more about the Christian faith, deepen their knowledge of the Bible and Christian traditions, and explore how they can respond to God’s call to mission. When you have completed all six modules, you will receive a certificate of completion from St Mellitus College. Alternatively, you can attend the programme and not submit assignments, in which case you will receive a certificate of attendance. Entry Requirements Beginning Theology is an access course designed to provide a foundation for further study.
Priority on the course is given to: • Those without sufficient qualifications to access Higher Education • Those for whom English is a second language • Those from a minority or underprivileged socio-economic background who have not had the opportunity to study before • Those who have been referred by their vocations adviser or DDO to undertake some theological study as part of the Church of England’s discernment process.
John “I was an older student who had not studied for over 30 years. I should not have worried, I met a wide-ranging group of lovely people of different ages, ethnicity, backgrounds and church traditions. Above all we were all there to learn. I found the course inspirational and informative.”
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Certificate of Higher Education in Theology, Ministry and Mission The Certificate of Higher Education in Theology, Ministry and Mission is validated by Durham University. It lays the building blocks of Christian theology by introducing foundational subjects such as Theology, Church History, Biblical Studies, Spirituality & Discipleship, and Christian Worship. It engages students in learning how to reflect theologically on practical aspects of ministry.
The Certificate can be undertaken full-time or part-time. It is completed in one (FT) or two (PT) year(s). This includes one study day per week, plus two (FT) or one (PT) teaching week(s) per year. It is recommended that a minimum additional day per week is undertaken for private study. Entry Requirements Undergraduates will normally have one A Level (grade C / grade 4 or above) or equivalent for direct entry on to the Certificate.
Dianne “The variety of lecturers is superb. Each one brings their passion and commitment to the lecture room. They are always open to questions, challenges, discussion. The diversity amongst fellow students was another bonus. I heard many differing views from people I would otherwise not have had an opportunity to meet.�
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Diploma of Higher Education in Theology, Ministry and Mission The Diploma of Higher Education in Theology, Ministry and Mission is validated by Durham University. A student will initially study modules including Foundations for Theology and Ministry, Biblical Studies, Spirituality and Discipleship, Evangelism and Church History. After this, the Diploma engages with modules such as Doctrine, Ecclesiology and Ethics. Students also do a module focused on the interface between theology and practice involving research on an area of mission or ministry in their local context.
The Diploma can be undertaken full-time or part-time. It is completed in two (FT) or four (PT) years. This includes one study day per week, plus two (FT) or one (PT) teaching week(s) per year. It is recommended that a minimum additional day per week is undertaken for private study. Entry Requirements Undergraduates will normally have two A Levels (grade C / grade 4 or above) or equivalent for direct entry on to the Diploma.
Jen “I was so excited by the opportunity to engage theologically with other Christians in a way that was intellectually rigorous and personally challenging.�
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BA (Hons) in Theology, Ministry and Mission The BA (Hons) in Theology, Ministry and Mission is validated by Durham University. A student will study modules including Foundations for Theology and Ministry, Biblical Studies, Doctrine, Ethics, Spirituality and Discipleship, Evangelism and Church History. Students also do a module focused on the interface between theology and practice involving research on an area of mission or ministry in their local context. In the final phase of the BA, students use their theological learning to examine issues and themes relating to contemporary life and ministry, including Missiology, Apologetics, Interfaith Engagement and Political Theology. There are further biblical studies modules and students also complete a dissertation.
The BA (Hons) can be undertaken full-time or part-time. It is completed in three (FT) or six (PT) years. This includes one study day per week, plus two (FT) or one (PT) teaching week(s) per year. It is recommended that a minimum additional day per week is undertaken for private study. Entry Requirements Undergraduates will normally have three A Levels (grade C / grade 4 or above) or equivalent for direct entry on to the BA.
Sam “St Mellitus College is a place where I’ve not only grown in my confidence and ability to study theology, but I’ve also established a sense of community and have made sincere friendships that I’ll take with me when I leave. It makes a huge difference knowing that the community of students and staff will so often go out of their way to offer support, guidance and encouragement.”
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BA (Hons) in Theology and Youth Ministry The BA (Hons) in Theology and Youth Ministry is quality assured by Middlesex University and you will receive a Middlesex award on successful completion. It aims to combine an excellent grounding in Christian theology alongside reflection on the latest ideas, issues and challenges in youth ministry thinking and practice. The programme is run by dedicated Youth Ministry tutors and gives students the chance to learn alongside those training for other forms of Christian ministry. It will prepare students spiritually, practically and theologically for the challenges of ministry among young people today.
The programme has a strong academic component, aiming to give people a broad grounding in theology, as well as focussing on practical aspects of Christian ministry amongst young people today. Students divide their time between academic study and practical youth work in a local placement context. The degree is undertaken through full-time study in three years, including one study day per week plus two teaching weeks per year. It is recommended that a minimum additional day per week is undertaken for private study, alongside a placement of three days per week at a church, school or community-based placement. Entry Requirements Undergraduates will normally have three A Levels (grade C / grade 4 or above) or equivalent for direct entry on to the BA.
Jessie “The Youth Ministry degree gave me practical, emotional and theological skills in terms of working in ministry. I was able to connect deeply and authentically with those on my course and network with others.�
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MA in Theology, Ministry and Mission The MA in Theology, Ministry and Mission (MA TMM) is validated by Durham University. When it comes to theology, the deepest rewards come from serious engagement with the Bible and key Christian figures and texts. The MA TMM is ideal for Theology or Religious Studies graduates looking to advance in higher research, Anglican ordinands, or practising church leaders seeking deeper engagement with core Christian texts and themes. Students choose one of two different optional foci, each of which comes with a suite of related modules. Option 1 focuses on Systematic Theology and Christian Doctrine. Option 2 focuses on Biblical Studies, both Old and New Testaments. Students will write a dissertation according to their selected focus. Entry Requirements Submission of a degree-level academic paper no less than 2,000 words as part of the application process. A 2.1 degree is normally required for direct entry to any MA. The BA should be in Theology or an equivalent subject (such as Religious Studies) and have contained substantial study of Theology up to Level 6. Applicants with a Graduate Diploma in Theology or an equivalent subject will be considered, with an interview giving opportunity for a candidate to show adequate preparation and grounding for study at MA level.
Adeyinka “The course has had a profound effect on my life. I am more balanced because I know there’s more than one side of things now.”
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MA in Christian Leadership The MA in Christian Leadership (MA CL) is validated by Middlesex University. Leadership is about influence. Many Christians exert influence over others in all kinds of ways. Some are leaders in the Church while others exercise leadership in different spheres. Many are preparing for lives or careers in which they will exercise significant influence over people, organisations and networks. At the same time, many Christians do not know how to link their faith to their sphere of influence. What does it mean to exercise a distinctively Christian leadership in the contexts of workplace or church? What has Christian faith to offer as a model of leadership in the 21st century? The MA in Christian Leadership is designed to help leaders engage in Christian reflection on the sphere in which they are living and working. The programme has been designed for: • Graduate Christians setting out on careers in various fields • Ordinands with a prior degree in theology • Clergy looking to take their learning further in CME programmes • Experienced leaders looking to reflect on their leadership experience as Christians After a grounding in core modules in Systematic Theology, Leadership, and Power, the students have the opportunity to focus on a specific area, for example Arts and Culture, Health Care, Economics, Politics, Church or Spirituality. The MA CL can be undertaken full-time or part-time. It is completed in one (FT) or two (PT) year(s). Entry Requirements Submission of a degree-level academic paper no less than 2,000 words as part of the application process. A 2.1 degree is normally required for direct entry to any MA.
Zoe “I love the way the course enabled people from varied contexts of leadership to come together, to learn from each other and be sent out into our respective fields betterequipped in our leadership to empower others in their own vocations and leadership.”
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LLM Training We are committed to training and equipping lay people to play their part in the ministry and mission of Christ’s church. We deliver Licensed Lay Ministry (LLM) training in partnership with the Dioceses of London and Chelmsford. The path to Licensed Lay Ministry is demanding but worthwhile. To join the LLM programme at St Mellitus College, students first go through a period of discernment and selection in their local churches and dioceses. If selected for training, they usually study for three years.
More information for those based in the Diocese of Chelmsford can be found here: chelmsford.anglican.org/lay-ministry/licensed-lay-ministry More information for those based in the Diocese of London can be found here: london.anglican.org/mission/lay-ministry Entry Requirements A recommendation for training for Licensed Lay Ministry from London or Chelmsford diocese.
Sue “The sense of Christian fellowship, worship and study coupled with being able to make that transition more firmly into the leadership of my church have been invaluable. I had forgotten how much I love learning.”
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Student Story:
Jemima Jemima is studying at St Mellitus College, London What led you to train for Church leadership?
me realise there are so many ways to worship and that we’re all one church and all on this mission together.
I think I always knew I wanted to work in the church but I didn’t know in what capacity. I remember at school everyone calling me their ‘religious’ friend. Then when I was 19 I went to a youth conference and there was a young woman who gave a talk and that’s where I really started to explore this idea of church leadership. I became a secondary school teacher for ten years, teaching RE, but kept being reminded, “You’re called to teach but not in this capacity”.
I preached recently and don’t know if I would have preached like it a year ago, before St Mellitus College – I was confident that what I was saying was true and honest and life-giving because of my training. What has been a highlight of your training so far?
And so I spent a lot of time praying and one day I was at a prayer meeting when a curate came up to me and asked me if I’d ever thought about ordination. And I said “Yes!” By this point, eleven years had passed that I’d been thinking about ordination and that got the ball rolling.
My formation group is fantastic – we eat and get coffee together, we sit together during lectures; there’s a real sense of safety and friendship. These are people I didn’t know a year ago and now I look forward to seeing them every week. I didn’t think I was going to find people that I would look forward to doing life with.
Why did you choose to train at St Mellitus College?
Would you recommend St Mellitus College to others?
I felt comfortable in my place of work and needed to know I could hold on to a bit of familiarity. It gave me peace to know I wasn’t jumping headfirst into training (I’ve got bills to pay, I’ve got a mortgage to pay, I’ve got a dog) and I knew that St Mellitus College gave me the options and flexibility I needed.
Definitely! I think there’s so much life and freedom here – everyone is learning and no one is claiming to know everything, we’re all journeying and working things through together. I am so grateful to be at St Mellitus College. I’ve got to absolutely soak up everything because I am surrounded by giants and I want to learn as much as possible because I know that the next year is going to fly by!
How has your leadership been shaped by your training?
I’ve experienced a variety of Christian traditions; being at St Mellitus College made
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I am so grateful to be at St Mellitus College. I’ve got to absolutely soak up everything because I am surrounded by giants and I want to learn as much as possible because I know that the next year is going to fly by!
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Ordination Training St Mellitus College specialises in training women and men for ordination in the Church of England. Full-time and part-time programmes are available, combining academic excellence and practical experience, with a strong focus on the personal formation of each candidate for ordained ministry. The College has a first-rate academic teaching staff, alongside a wide range of visiting professors and associate lecturers. We draw on a pool of experienced church practitioners, who help develop each ordinand’s capacity for effective church leadership. St Mellitus College has a reputation for teaching excellence at both undergraduate and postgraduate level, having recently received a TEF Gold award for providing outstanding provision and ensuring students are significantly challenged to achieve their full potential.
All our ordinands are rooted in local churches or mission contexts whilst undertaking their theological study. On the full-time route, ordinands spend half their week in a church context, ministering under the supervision of a training supervisor, whilst our part-time ordinands learn to integrate their theological studies into their working life or local church context. All ordinands from across the country gather together for College residentials, which provide a rich context for worship, formation, spiritual growth, and friendships across the breadth of the Church of England. Students engage in academic study, leadership development and reflection throughout the term, in addition to one or two days per week for personal study, five residential weekends and one retreat weekend through the year, and one annual residential week. Each ordinand is part of a Formation Group, consisting of a small group of ordinands who journey together through training, with their Tutor acting as the primary point of contact for academic and pastoral support and formation. We also have an excellent chaplaincy team in college, and a counsellor, who along with the staff team are dedicated to prayerfully and professionally supporting our students. Entry Requirements Recommendation for training from a Church of England Bishop.
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“Each week I am given an opportunity to outwork my learning in my ministry context. This has had a massive impact on my growth as a disciple and leader.”
“I have loved tasting the reality of ministry in, and belonging to, a church alongside the study of theology and leadership in greater depth.”
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“Absolutely everyone at the college is willing you on to succeed. The staff have extensive experience both as theologians and as practitioners, so if there’s a particular area in which you are seeking to grow – whether that’s public speaking, written communication or a specific area of theology – they are more than happy to help. You only have to ask.”
“I love God more now than when I started. I also have greater confidence in my ability to unpack and teach scripture and doctrine. God has shaped me in my time here as a more compassionate and prayerful leader. I also believe that I have been empowered to be a more courageous leader taking steps of faith that I wouldn’t have done before.”
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Formation At St Mellitus College you will be stretched by the theology you study and have the opportunity to reflect on the sort of person that you are becoming, the qualities of your character, and the way you engage in relationships with others as a disciple of Christ. We call this formation. At its most fundamental level, ‘formation’ is the shaping of the whole person after the likeness of Christ. To facilitate this, we focus on aspects of development that include personality, character, relationships, leadership, collaboration and community. All students study theology alongside being engaged in some form of Christian mission and ministry, either in the workplace or in the context of the church and world. This model of training, with theology and practice intertwined, facilitates the formation of strong theological reflectors and reflective practitioners.
As it involves the whole of our beings, the process of formation in the Spirit can be exhilarating, stretching and liberating as we grow in self-understanding and become more aware of the impact we have on others. The experience is an exciting time of discovery. Formation can be challenging and painful, as we encounter aspects of ourselves which are unexpected or surprising. This is often the most important part of the formational journey, and the more honest
and able to engage with the demands of the process we are, the more profound the possibility of growth and change. Formation groups are offered to ordinand, youth ministry, undergraduate and postgraduate students and play a vital role in the life of the college. They provide a regular opportunity for prayer, mutual support, reflection and discussion. A Formation Group Tutor acts as the student’s primary point of academic and pastoral support during their time in the College.
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Dawn “In my time at St Mellitus College, my Formation Group has been a source of mutual strength and support. I’ve made friendships that will last and learned so much from my fellow ordinands.”
Lewis “Before my discernment process I felt equipped for ordained ministry, but doubtful of the call. during the discernment process I felt called for ordained ministry but doubtful of my abilities for it. since training at St Mellitus College I feel more secure in my calling to ordained ministry and more greatly prepared and able for the adventure.”
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Centres London St Mellitus College, London offers fulltime, context-based ordination training on Mondays, as well as undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. On Tuesday evenings, part-time training is offered for ordinands and licensed lay ministers, as well as introductory and undergraduate programmes.
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Revd Dr Hannah Steele is Director of St Mellitus College, London (Mondays) and Revd Dr Lincoln Harvey is Assistant Dean and oversees London Tuesday evenings. When? Monday daytimes (9.30am – 4.30pm) Tuesday evenings (6.30pm – 9.15pm)
Where? 24 Collingham Road, London, SW5 0LX
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Contact info@stmellitus.ac.uk
Chelmsford St Mellitus College, Chelmsford offers part-time training for ordinands and licensed lay ministers, as well as parttime undergraduate programmes.
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Revd Rob Merchant is Director of St Mellitus College, Chelmsford. When? Thursday evenings (6.30 – 9.15pm)
Where? Chelmsford Cathedral, CM1 1TY
Contact info@stmellitus.ac.uk east midlands
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North West St Mellitus College, North West offers full-time, context-based ordination training, full and part-time undergraduate programmes, and part-time postgraduate study. Revd Dr Michael Leyden is the Director of St Mellitus College, North West. When? Monday daytimes (9.30am – 4.30pm)
Where? Liverpool Cathedral, L1 7AZ
Contact northwest@stmellitus.ac.uk
South West St Mellitus College, South West offers full-time, context-based ordination training, full and part-time undergraduate programmes, and part-time postgraduate study. Revd Dr Donna Lazenby is the Director of St Mellitus College, South West. When? Tuesday daytimes (9.30am – 4.30pm)
Where? St Matthias Church, Plymouth, PL4 8HF
Contact southwest@stmellitus.ac.uk
East Midlands St Mellitus College, East Midlands offers full-time, context-based ordination training, full and part-time undergraduate programmes, and part-time postgraduate study. Revd Dr David Emerton is Director of St Mellitus College, East Midlands. When? Tuesday daytimes (9.30am – 4.30pm)
Where? Trinity Church, Nottingham, NG1 3HX
Contact eastmidlands@stmellitus.ac.uk
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Alumni Story:
Dan Dan studied at St Mellitus College, North West tell us a bit about yourself
How has your training impacted your ministry now?
I’m Dan, married to Sarah for ten years, and we have two boys. We live in Lancashire and have been here for three years since I got ordained. I love sport – although most of it is played with a 4-year old these days!
In my placement church I had the opportunity to work in loads of exciting contexts – deprived communities, forgotten places, people with issues of addiction – and I did a prison placement as a chaplain. I’ve always felt called to go where there’s an acute need and to see the Spirit at work even when it’s hard work, and so I’m super grateful that I got that experience because you can’t just blunder in and expect to do the right things. St Mellitus College enabled me to flourish and gave me the theological grounding to be able to understand and communicate what the gospel means.
Why did you choose to train for ordination at St Mellitus College?
I’m not sure I would’ve gone for ordination training if St Mellitus College – or something like it – wasn’t on offer. I feel passionate about the North West and what God is doing here. I didn’t want to give up the missional stuff to go off to college. I was keen to study theology, grow in leadership and see where God wanted to take me, and St Mellitus College was perfect for that. I needed that combination of the practical informing the learning and vice versa.
How would you describe your time at St Mellitus College?
Great! Fun! It was stretching as well; I loved learning; full of friendships; getting to know people; meeting people whose faith is very different from your own – that was good as well, and the networks afterwards in church planting are really valuable.
How was your leadership shaped by your studies?
I’m someone who doubts what God’s put in me and whether I am cut out for something. I found St Mellitus College to be a really encouraging place and that’s just what I needed at that time – for people to say “you’re doing great and you can do this” and to pray for you – that was a big thing for me. We had our first child around the same time! That was great preparation for ministry because life doesn’t take a pause. Knowing how to combine family life with study and ministry is good – even if it is quite stretching at times.
What would you advise people looking for somewhere to train?
Go to St Mellitus College! It’s great and on the cutting edge of a lot of mission stuff that’s really important. It works for people whatever their church background, whatever their experience of theological study and obviously can work with quite a variety of family circumstances which is a bonus. So I advise people to go for it!
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Support Chaplains and Counsellors The college makes available a team of chaplains and counsellors to discuss anything students may be dealing with whilst undertaking their studies. We’re aware that taking on academic study can be a big challenge and often coincides with other changes in people’s lives. Our current students find it such a gift to be able to talk things through with people who are impartial and excellent listeners.
Student Support Every student has a support structure within the College dedicated to them. The College hosts events to build community amongst the entire student body, including offering retreats for all students, as well as social events during Residential and Teaching Weeks, so that students can build friendships and connect with one another.
Online Resources Once students are enrolled, they are granted access to our online learning platform, Moodle. This is a great tool, catered to each student’s bespoke needs, with module guides, student handbooks, assignment schedules, reading lists – everything they might need to excel as a student at St Mellitus College.
Academic Development We know that many students who begin their studies with us are somewhat daunted about academic study. For some, it is their first venture into Higher Education. For others, it has been many years since they engaged in formal study. St Mellitus College is fully committed to supporting students through their academic work, and while the primary point of contact is their Formation Group tutor, who will offer encouragement, advice and support with their studies and assignments, the College also offers an optional academic development course.
SpLD Support SpLDs (Specific Learning Difficulties), including dyslexia and dyspraxia, are learning difficulties which affect approximately 10% of the general population. St Mellitus College is committed to enabling students with these learning difficulties to access its programmes without being disadvantaged and therefore makes reasonable adjustments to programmes in order to enable such students to participate without disadvantage. Tailored packages of support are also available according to the needs of the individual students. St Mellitus College is committed to making reasonable adjustments to ensure students can study with us.
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Study with us We hold open days across our centres throughout the year to give a feel for what it’s like to study and train at St Mellitus College. You will have a chance to meet with current students and tutors, sit in on the teaching, hear about the college from members of staff, and have a tour of the building. Visit stmellitus.ac.uk for a list of upcoming open days.
Application Process To apply to study at St Mellitus College, visit stmellitus.ac.uk/apply to complete an application form. Introductory, Undergraduate & Postgraduate Students 1 Book your place on an open day by emailing info@stmellitus.ac.uk 2 Attend an open day 3 Apply online at stmellitus.ac.uk/apply 4 If you meet the entry requirements, we’ll invite you for an interview 5 Attend an interview 6 Await an offer letter
Ordinands 1 Apply online at stmellitus.ac.uk/apply 2 Book your place on an open day by emailing info@stmellitus.ac.uk 3 Attend an open day and interview 4 Await an offer letter For further information relating to the admissions process, please consult the Admissions Policy available on our website.
Fees & Finances Visit stmellitus.ac.uk/fees for further information.
Find out more 020 7052 0573 info@stmellitus.ac.uk stmellitus.ac.uk
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